Farm safety at Australian National Field Days

SafeWork
NSW will be at the Australian National Field Days from 22 – 24 October to
promote greater awareness about the importance of farm safety.

“The NSW agricultural industry is one of the state’s highest risk
industries, so it is important to provide practical information on the risks
and safety issues associated with working on farms,” SafeWork NSW Orange
District Coordinator, David Young said.

“Farm
safety is a priority as many farm roles involve working in remote or isolated
areas away from emergency assistance and first aid. The Australian National Fields
Days is a great opportunity to speak with farmers and raise awareness of farm
safety.

“SafeWork
NSW is working with farmers across the state to improve the health and safety
on farms right now and for the next generation of farmers.

“Our
team of experts will be on-hand to offer advice on farm safety practices and
provide practical safety solutions to reduce the risk of injuries on farms.”

SafeWork
will be at the Field Days to talk to farmers and farm workers on a variety of
health and safety issues including, how to improve health and safety on farms, how
to reduce risks and hazards, chemical safety, vehicle selection, quad bike safety
and livestock handling.

Visit
the SafeWork NSW team at Site C 7-9:

Australian
National Field Days 2015

563
Borenore Road, Borenore

Support
for farmers is also available through SafeWork NSW’s Alive and Well campaign which conveys safety messages to the wider
agricultural community from the personal experiences of farmers.

Farms
and small business owners that employ up to 50 full time employees or
equivalent may be eligible for SafeWork NSW’s $500 Small Business Rebate to
help buy and install eligible safety equipment in your workplace.